10 Key Steps To Prepare for a Disaster

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Natural catastrophes such as hurricanes,
floods, tornadoes, and wildfires can strike you and your family at any time
with little warning. The prevalence and potency of these disasters point toward
the need for you and your family to develop a thorough personal disaster
plan.

A natural catastrophe can require you to evacuate your home immediately, or
it may confine you to your home. Basic services—such as electricity, gas,
water, and telephone services—may be cut off for extended periods of time. A
family disaster plan helps you prepare for these types of adverse situations
and mitigate the devastating effects of a catastrophe.

A disaster plan should, at the bare minimum, address
the following ten steps or action items.

Identify Hazards in the Home

Learn First Aid and CPR Skills

Develop an Emergency Evacuation Plan

Establish a Disaster Meeting Place and Family Contact

Prepare Adequate Water and Food Supplies

Store Emergency Supplies

Care for Pets

Prepare for Disaster in a Vehicle

Prepare for Disaster at Work or School

Practice, Modify, and Maintain the Plan

10 Key Steps To Prepare for a Disaster

IRMI is providing a free guide on disaster preparation to help our friends
in Hurricane Irma's path.